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Extra strength permanent tape runner for paper & embellishments. Double-sided segmented tape is perfect for many applications. Photo safe.

Comprised of a strong polyester backing and coated with an aggressive acrylic adhesive, 3M Polyester Film Tape 853 is a solvent resistant tape that is ideal for applications where exposure to chemicals is a concern. This tape meets demanding applications in a variety of industries.

The 3M Cushion-Mount Plus Plate Mounting Tape B1820 with easy mount adhesive is designed for mounting flexographic print plates to cylinders or sleeves. This blue foam mounting tape provides high quality standard combination print.

Dream, Design, Deliver with 3M VHB Tape 4914. It is a white, 0.010 in (0.25 mm), general purpose acrylic adhesive with a firm foam core. It can replace rivets, welds and screws. The fast and easy to use permanent bonding method provides high strength and long-term durability. It offers design flexibility with its viscoelasticity and powerful ability to bond to a variety of surfaces.

3M VHB Tape 4950 is a double-sided tape comprised of a general-purpose acrylic adhesive with a firm, foam core that delivers a total thickness of 45 mil (1.1 mm) when applied and requires no fixturing or curing time. Engineered to be strong, it can replace rivets, welds, and screws while providing faster production by eliminating the need for drilling, welding, grinding, and project cleanup. Offering seamless joining and minimal surface preparation, this easy-to-use bonding method keeps surfaces smooth and enhances the appearance of applications involving thin, lightweight, and dissimilar materials.

Providing adhesion to a broad range of materials from metals, glass, and other high surface energy substrates, the advanced closed-cell acrylic technology provides secure bonding that protects against water and seals tightly for long-term durability. It performs in applications for short-term use (up to four hours) at a temperature up to 300 °F (149 °C) or long-term use withstanding up to 200 °F (93 °C). These attributes make 3M VHB Tape 4950 a reliable choice to take on a variety of bonding and sealing applications in transportation, signage, displays, general industrial, appliance, and electronics. Discover the many ways to apply the powerful bonding potential of 3M VHB Tape 4950.

3M Adhesive Transfer Tape 9471 offers excellent adhesion to a wide variety of surfaces, including smooth LSE plastics and foam. It is often used as a general purpose transfer tape in a variety of surface bonding applications.

3M Adhesive Transfer Tape 9469PC is a thin, double sided tape capable of conforming to a wide variety of applications. Designed with 5 mil 3M High Performance Acrylic Adhesive 100MP, Adhesive Transfer Tape 9469PC establishes exceptional holding power and long-lasting adhesion for fast, strong results.

Comprised of a polyester film backing with a layer of adhesive on each side, 3M Double Coated Tape 93020LE is a market proven, double coated transfer tape with good anti-lifting properties. This tape bonds well to similar and dissimilar materials including, metals, most plastics, glass, papers and painted surfaces.

3M Double Coated Urethane Foam Tape 4052 is a black, 0.031 in. (0.8 mm) thick, double coated, open cell urethane foam tape that offers high shear strength. It is ideal for applications such as mounting interior signage and nameplates along with soap dispensers and air fresheners.

3M VHB Tape 4646 is a dark gray, 0.025 in (0.6 mm), general purpose adhesive with firm foam and the added feature of high temperature resistance. It can replace rivets, welds and screws. The fast and easy to use permanent bonding method provides high strength and long-term durability. It offers design flexibility with its viscoelasticity and powerful ability to bond to a variety of surfaces.

Constructed with an extremely conformable backing, 3M Polyethylene Tape 483 is designed to be used in a wide variety of general purpose applications including sealing, holding, coding, moisture proofing and protecting. This tape is coated with a rubber adhesive that bonds well and removes cleanly from most surfaces. 3M Polyethylene Tape 483 is available in a variety of vivid colors.

3M Vinyl Foam Tape 4718 includes a closed cell, medium-density foam backing with a pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive on one side. It allows for quick-stick to a variety of substrates including many metals, glass and plastics. The silicone treated white paper liner allows for die cutting without having to laminate another liner to the foam.